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Mercedes-Benz 300SDL
2 generations · 2 engine options · data across all years of the 300SDL platform.
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5-Year Cost of Ownership · 1987 3.0L I6 Diesel Turbo
$28,025
~$5,605/yr maintenance labor at $150/hr. Other engines/years vary — pick a generation below to see its breakdown.
Generations & engine options
1987
1 engine option
3.0L I6 Diesel Turbo
RWD
1986
1 engine option
3.0L I6 Diesel Turbo
RWD
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